Solid seaweed shampoo bar for shine and body

Soften tangled locks and add oceans of shine with this mineral-rich, sea salt volumizing shampoo bar. Seanik is made with nourishing ingredients from the sea: softening Irish moss seaweed and Japanese nori seaweed make your hair soft as silk from root to tips, and sea salt gives body and volume to hair that’s fallen flat. One seriously sexy shampoo, we added lemon oil for extra shine, and the exotic far eastern fragrance of sensual mimosa and jasmine oils to bathe you in the heady scent of tropical flora all day long.

Featured Ingredient

Nori Seaweed (Algae)
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How to use

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How to use

Wet both hair and the shampoo bar. Glide the shampoo bar down the length of your hair about three times (right, left and back). Work into a lather and rinse thoroughly. Follow with LUSH conditioner if needed. Keep your solid shampoo in a cool, dry place between uses; we recommend using a LUSH shampoo bar tin.

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Questions & Answers

Are there any solid shampoos that don't contain SLS (Sodium Lauryl Sulfate) and Sodium Cocoamphoacetate? Also free of propelyne glycol (spelling?) would be great too! I'm finding these synthetics in so many things and do not want to put them on my skin any more.

We don't currently carry any solid shampoos that are completely synthetic free. I would suggest checking out our dry shampoo No Drought.

Answered on 3/21/2015 by Lana from LUSH Direct

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I am planning a month long trip to Africa and heard this could be easy to take as a body wash shampoo. Do you think it will last a month with 2 people using? and what about conditioner? anything small and compact for a month?

I think if you're using it between two as shampoo AND body wash you shouldprobably get two to be on the safe side. However, I think you'll reallylove it as well. Lush has solid conditioners too you might like Jungle!

Answered on 1/14/2015 by Anonymous

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I took mine on a trip to South America for 23 days, where I showered sometimes twice a day, and it was totally fine, not even close to running out. They last quite long. I shower every day (and wash my hair every time) and the shampoo bar I’ve been using I’ve had since August and it’s just now starting to run out. I would think you would be more than fine.

Answered on 1/13/2015 by Anonymous

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To be honest I don¹t know if one would last a month with two people. Thissolid is awesome and I 100% recommend it, but you may want to get two. Onceit get¹s about halfway gone it seems to start losing mass faster. Andinevitably, it begins to break when it gets small and you have to try andwash with smaller pieces. They¹re small to carry though and better safe thansorry too bring two. Get the tin so it stays well.I don¹t use conditioner so I can¹t recommend there.Good luck and have fun on your trip.

Answered on 1/13/2015 by Anonymous

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Yes, I think it would be perfect. This bar lasts at least between 60 and 80 washes, so I am sure it will do you for the month. Try Jungle solid conditioner! It also doubles as a shaving cream for your legs.

Answered on 1/18/2015 by Melissa S from LUSH Direct

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Do you need to use a conditioner with this product? Is it softening enough to use on it's own? My hair is fine and on the oiler side. I am looking for volume and softness. Thanks!

The only LUSH solid I'd say conditioner is super-necessary with is Squeaky Green, but that one definitely powers through oil like nobody's business.

Seanik's pretty slippery and your hair should be nicely soft and lightweight, A touch of leave in conditioner on the ends might help, especially in a dry wintery season, but most of time I've found it pretty manageable as a standalone.

Answered on 10/11/2014 by Puli from Lansdale, PA

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It really depends on the person, as some find that they don't need a conditioner, while others do. For a really lightweight option, check out Veganese!

Answered on 9/25/2014 by Melissa S from LUSH Direct

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Would Big solid shampoo paired with this product be a good combination? Answers as soon as possible would be great thanks :)

Thanks for your question! The Big Solid Conditioner would pair well with Seanik, because the coconut in it is very moisturizing, while the Seanik bar is very clarifying. I would also suggest, Jungle solid conditioner, because it's the same size as the shampoo bar and works well with all hair types!

Answered on 9/12/2014 by Pauline from Vancouver

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Yes, the solid conditioner, Big, is great with this product. It'sactually what I use daily. The scents pair well, it makes a lovelycombination.

Answered on 6/6/2014 by Anonymous

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is seanik shampoo safe for color treated hair? is there any products that are not safe for color treated hair so that i know to stay away from a certain one?

For colour-treated, I'd opt instead for the Blousey shampoo, as the sea salt can be very deep-cleansing, and may lift the colour over time. Generally, we recommend avoiding products with lots of citrus juices or sea salt. Instead, go for hydrating, restorative products like Blousey!

Answered on 3/19/2014 by Megan from LUSH Direct

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I have highlights and lowlights, it doesn't seem to effect either... it'sactually my favorite shampoo!

Answered on 1/26/2014 by Anonymous

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Generally, most hair-care products in todays market contain gentle ingredients which don't strip hair color. Shampoos marketed as “safe for color-treated hair" are nothing more than a marketing gimmick— they have the same types of ingredients as products that are not brandish with the "color safe" label. The main culprits involved in ruining your color-treated hair are plain water, high-heat styling tools, over-washing your hair, and unprotected sun exposure. Keeping your hair dry for as long as possible – that is, not getting it wet and not shampooing frequently - is one sure method for saving your hair color. Since I do not have oily hair, I only wash my color-treated hair with water twice a week. If needed, Lush’s No-Drought dry shampoo may be a great alternative to clean your hair more often without water. Certainly, Seanik did not strip my hair color. It made my dull, dry, thick, frizzy, wavy, color-treated hair to be softly voluminous, manageable, and healthy looking. Seanik has a wonderfully fresh and clean smell that is just awesome too!P.S. to Lush. Please consider creating a hair conditioner that smells like Seanik…conditioning and rinsing the hair removes the awesome Seanik shampoo smell :(

Answered on 1/26/2014 by Anonymous

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Seanik does contain seaweed and sea salt. I've never dyed my hair, but Iwould trust my dyed hair with a different shampoo, like Godiva solid orBlousey liquid shampoo. I say Godiva because it's a conditioning shampoo,focusing less on cleaning, and more about the condition of the hair.There's also a customer care line, 1-888-5374, & I'm sure they would be agreat expert on which shampoo bar would work for you. Your local LUSHstaff would also be helpful and happy to help you.

Answered on 1/26/2014 by Anonymous

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I have normal to oily hair and I wash my hair everyday. How often can I use this shampoo bar? Is it ok to use it daily?

Seanik sounds like a great choice for you! The sea salt will help to control oil at the scalp level, and the seaweed and lemon will help with softness and shine.

Answered on 10/2/2013 by Melissa S from LUSH Direct

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Tina, yes! I used to try not to wash my hair every 2-3 days, but it was getting so oily at the scalp and dead at the bottom that I didn't have a choice but to clean it and dry it more frequently. I promise you that after switching to these dry shampoo bars, I can go a full 2.9 days without oil. I did finally have to get a trim though... my ends looked like hay.

Seanik shouldn't leave any seaweed in your hair, as the pieces should just rinse out as you are shampooing!

Answered on 9/27/2013 by Melissa S from LUSH Direct

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So far no seaweed bits in my hair. A piece may come off periodically but really I have not had any issues with picking seaweed out of my hair at all. If pieces do come out they've all rinsed out unnoticed. I have very long, straight hair and I've been using Seanik for about 3 weeks now.

Seanik definitely helps to soften the hair, as it contains Irish moss and Japanese nori seaweed, both of which add nutrients to the hair to make it soft. The same ingredients are also fantastic for sorting out scalp troubles!

Answered on 9/25/2013 by Melissa S from LUSH Direct

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Does this contain lye? I am VERY allergic to lye, and though it's not listed as an ingredient, it is the compound that makes solid soaps solid and it's never listed in the ingredient lists for those, either. I want to make sure it is lye-free before I buy it...

Lye is an alternative name for sodium hydroxide and although we don't use it in Seanik shampoo,we use it in many of our soaps so we recommend an extra caution to all customers severely allergic to this ingredient.All our products are made in the same facility,so cross-transference of ingredients is always a possibility.

Answered on 9/20/2013 by Anonymous

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I used to use Soft (retro product) and loved it, as it really addressed my soft water problem when shampooing, but I don't see that you carry it anymore. Is Seanik a good substitute? If not, is there anything else that you can recommend?

Seanik is a great shampoo for those looking to add some fullness and life into the hair because of its high sea salt content. The Nori seaweed will help to keep the hair soft without weighing it down so it is a great choice for those with soft water and limp hair.

Answered on 3/7/2013 by Melissa S from LUSH Direct

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I think so. It makes my hair look like I just came from the beach - curly, soft, and voluminous!

yes, I generally condition with Veganese after using this product, otherwise it would leave your hair slightly dry.

Answered on 6/15/2012 by mbyrne from Ohio

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Depends on your hair type. If your hair is dryer or tangles easily, then yes, I would say you need a separate conditioner. But if your hair is naturally silky, oily and smooth, then no, you should not require a separate conditioner. I have dry, fine hair and therefore I bought a solid conditioner from Lush to use with this shampoo.

Answered on 6/23/2012 by Lulu lynne from Fort Collins, CO

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If you have virgin, unprocessed hair, i would say no. But if you've dyed, permed, straightened, etc. your hair, I would suggest a conditioner be used. I've always only used Jungle, but their other conditioners probably work well also.

Answered on 5/29/2012 by Little Misses Wayson from Middle River, MD

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I found that the sea salt can be a little drying, so if you wash your hair everyday it might be good to use a conditioner. Otherwise you should be fine wthout one.

Answered on 5/29/2012 by Lauren Nichole from Burbank, CA

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We definitely recommend following up with a conditioner after shampooing to restore moisture and give nutrients back to the hair. We have a full line of many different conditioners meant to help for every hair type, so we would suggest checking those out.

Answered on 8/31/2012 by Melissa S from LUSH Direct

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Is it normal for the bar to smell different after you use it for awhile? I liked the original smell to it but recently my bar has gotten a foul smell to it and I bought and have been using it for about 2 months now. I store it in the metal container Lush sells so I don't know if it's the seaweed maybe?

The scents may become less intense as time goes on, but the product shouldn't smell bad or off. As for the shampoo bar tins- these are great to use for keeping the bars in during traveling, but I do not recommend closing a wet bar in the tin right after use. It's best to allow the bar to dry completely in open air after use (I just stand mine up on its side in the open tin). If your Seanik bar does not smell the way it should, please bring it back to the shop, or give us a call to discuss if it was purchase from LUSH Direct online.

Answered on 3/28/2012 by Megan from LUSH

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How frequently do you use it? I am not sure if the change in smell is from it sitting or changing due to being in the tin... If you haven't used it in a little while, try rubbing it in your hands wet to take off the old top layer and see if that helps. I store mine in a plastic sandwich bag and use it a few times a week and do not have any problems. You may want to call your local store or customer service and ask as well because they may be aware of a reason. Good luck...

Answered on 4/6/2012 by Lushious Redhead from Delaware

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Since the product is continuously being moistened and dried, the scent could start to alter. Also, if you don't have a semi-dry bar and put it in to a closed Shampoo Bar Tin, the product could start to pick up a musky/musty/moldy smell because of the moisture not evaporating and remaining on the product.

Answered on 4/16/2012 by Adrian from Maine

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If you are storing it in the container while it is still even a little wet that moisture will cause the water to stagnate and potentially harbor baterica and in turn change the smell. You want it to be completely dry before you store it in the container (metal or not). I leave mine on the rack in my shower to air dry after I use it and have not noticed any changes in smell.

Most of the solid shampoos get approximately 80 washes out of them, depending on your hair type and length!

Answered on 2/20/2012 by Missy from MA

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One solid shampoo bar should last anywhere from 50-80 washes depending on the length and thickness of the hair.

Answered on 8/30/2012 by Melissa S from LUSH Direct

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How is this shampoo bar, and all the other bars on colored hair? I get my hair colored often at the salon I go to. Red hair is hard to keep up... will this wash me out even more than other name brand shampoos?

Because sea salt is very clarifying, there is a chance that it may lift synthetic colour deposits from the hair strand more quickly. You might want to choose a gentler shampoo such as Trichomania or Godiva if you want to minimize colour-loss.